Cheap flights from Sydney to San José from $868

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06:00 - 23:33
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SJO
33h 33m
2 stops
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01:03 - 11:50
SJO
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SYD
42h 47m
2 stops
$1,814Multiple Airlines
Thu, 21 May - Wed, 10 Jun
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13:15 - 23:43
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SJO
26h 28m
2 stops
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01:03 - 11:50
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SYD
42h 47m
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$1,833Multiple Airlines
Wed, 22 Jul - Tue, 11 Aug
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13:15 - 23:33
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SJO
26h 18m
2 stops
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01:03 - 11:50
SJO
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SYD
42h 47m
2 stops
$1,839Multiple Airlines
Mon, 8 Jun - Sun, 21 Jun
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09:10 - 13:50
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SJO
44h 40m
2 stops
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12:30 - 07:05
SJO
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SYD
26h 35m
2 stops
$2,072American Airlines
Sat, 22 Aug - Mon, 31 Aug
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09:10 - 13:12
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SJO
44h 02m
2 stops
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12:30 - 07:05
SJO
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SYD
26h 35m
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$2,074American Airlines
Sun, 2 Aug - Tue, 1 Sep
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09:10 - 19:07
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SJO
25h 57m
2 stops
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23:35 - 07:05
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SYD
39h 30m
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$2,076American Airlines
Wed, 6 May - Sun, 10 May
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09:10 - 19:07
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SJO
25h 57m
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23:35 - 07:05
SJO
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39h 30m
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$2,097American Airlines
Wed, 6 May - Sun, 10 May
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09:10 - 20:14
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SJO
27h 04m
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12:30 - 07:05
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26h 35m
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$2,100American Airlines
Mon, 24 Aug - Sun, 30 Aug
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09:10 - 21:56
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SJO
28h 46m
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07:00 - 07:05
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32h 05m
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$2,134Multiple Airlines
Thu, 21 May - Thu, 11 Jun
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09:10 - 13:55
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44h 45m
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23:35 - 07:05
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39h 30m
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$2,177American Airlines
Sun, 5 Apr - Sun, 12 Apr

American Airlines flights from Sydney to San José

Our best American Airlines deals on Sydney to San José flight tickets
American Airlines
22 Aug
SYD09:10Sydney Kingsford Smith
44h 40m
2 stops
SJO13:50San José Juan Santamaria Intl
31 Aug
SJO12:30San José Juan Santamaria Intl
26h 35m
2 stops
SYD07:05Sydney Kingsford Smith
$2,072
American Airlines
2 Aug
SYD09:10Sydney Kingsford Smith
44h 02m
2 stops
SJO13:12San José Juan Santamaria Intl
1 Sept
SJO12:30San José Juan Santamaria Intl
26h 35m
2 stops
SYD07:05Sydney Kingsford Smith
$2,074
American Airlines
6 May
SYD09:10Sydney Kingsford Smith
25h 57m
2 stops
SJO19:07San José Juan Santamaria Intl
10 May
SJO23:35San José Juan Santamaria Intl
39h 30m
2 stops
SYD07:05Sydney Kingsford Smith
$2,076

United Airlines flights from Sydney to San José

Our best United Airlines deals on Sydney to San José flight tickets
United Airlines
22 Aug
SYD10:20Sydney Kingsford Smith
36h 55m
1 stop
SJO07:15San José Juan Santamaria Intl
30 Aug
SJO08:45San José Juan Santamaria Intl
30h 10m
1 stop
SYD06:55Sydney Kingsford Smith
$2,720
United Airlines
1 Aug
SYD10:20Sydney Kingsford Smith
25h 17m
2 stops
SJO19:37San José Juan Santamaria Intl
31 Aug
SJO13:25San José Juan Santamaria Intl
25h 35m
2 stops
SYD07:00Sydney Kingsford Smith
$2,723
United Airlines
4 Aug
SYD09:30Sydney Kingsford Smith
26h 07m
2 stops
SJO19:37San José Juan Santamaria Intl
10 Sept
SJO08:45San José Juan Santamaria Intl
30h 10m
1 stop
SYD06:55Sydney Kingsford Smith
$2,725

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SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 21/5

06:00-23:33

2 stops33h 33m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 10/6

01:03-11:50

2 stops42h 47m

$1,814

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 22/7

13:15-23:43

2 stops26h 28m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 11/8

01:03-11:50

2 stops42h 47m

$1,833

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 8/6

13:15-23:33

2 stops26h 18m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 21/6

01:03-11:50

2 stops42h 47m

$1,839

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 22/8

09:10-13:50

2 stops44h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 31/8

12:30-07:05

2 stops26h 35m

$2,072

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 2/8

09:10-13:12

2 stops44h 02m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 1/9

12:30-07:05

2 stops26h 35m

$2,074

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 6/5

09:10-19:07

2 stops25h 57m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 10/5

23:35-07:05

2 stops39h 30m

$2,076

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 6/5

09:10-19:07

2 stops25h 57m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 10/5

23:35-07:05

2 stops39h 30m

$2,097
Fastest return journey

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 24/8

09:10-20:14

2 stops27h 04m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 30/8

12:30-07:05

2 stops26h 35m

$2,100

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 21/5

09:10-21:56

3 stops28h 46m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 11/6

07:00-07:05

3 stops32h 05m

$2,134

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 5/4

09:10-13:55

2 stops44h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 12/4

23:35-07:05

2 stops39h 30m

$2,177

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San José?

In general, August is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to San José. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,914. If you are unable to visit San José during the month of August, then departing from Sydney during the month October is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $1,948.

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You could potentially save up to 36% on your flight if you consider stops on a Sydney to San José flight.

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Fastest flight time

25h 43m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Sydney to San José takes 25h 43m
There are no direct flights from Sydney to San José. There are no popular flight routes from Sydney to San José.
  • How far is Sydney Kingsford Smith to San José Juan Santamaria Intl by plane?

    Sydney Kingsford Smith and San José Juan Santamaria Intl are 13797.5 km apart from one another. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 25h 43m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

    Prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport refresh daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from Sydney to San José?

Best airlines flying from Sydney to San José

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American AirlinesPriceFrom $1,888Free cancellationRating
7.1
11,435 reviews
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7.4
9,418 reviews
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